
There’s nothing tastier than fresh, local produce! We have some amazing farmers markets in the Rockford area where you can find everything from apples to zucchini! Many of these markets also include handmade goods and unique gift items.
Here’s a roundup of the Farmers Markets in the Rockford area and when they start for the season. For the 2020 season, there are different policies in place because of COVID-19. Please read the changes before attending.
Opening in June
Edgebrook Farmers Market
1639 N Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL
Every Wednesday
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
June 3 – October 28, 2020
Local farmers selling high quality vegetables, fruits, flowers, plants, baked goods, honey, eggs, and more. View a list of vendors here.
COVID-19 Changes:
- Face masks are required.
- Only one shopper per family can enter.
- Practice safe distancing of 6 feet in the market.
- Please do not touch products.
Rockford City Market
Intersection of Water Street and Market Street, Rockford, IL
Every Friday
3:30 pm – 7:30 pm after Labor Day
June 5 – September 11, 2020
Local food, appetizers, and desserts, live music, handmade goods, clothing, jewelry and kid’s items. View a list of vendors here.
COVID-19 Changes:
- Face masks are required.
Beloit Farmers Market
Corner of State and Grand Avenues, Beloit, WI
Every Saturday
9 am – 12 pm
June 6 – October, 2020
Local farmers and vendors selling fresh produce, eggs, cheese, salsa, fresh squeezed juice, baked goods, flowers, jewelry, and crafts. View a list of vendors here.
COVID-19 Changes:
- 200 guests will be allowed in the market at once.
- Only one member from each family can enter.
- Please do not touch products.
Janesville Farmers Market
100 N Main St. Janesville, WI
Every Saturday
8:00 am – 1:00 pm
May 2 – October 2020
Local vendors selling fresh produce, herbs, plants, cut flowers, baked goods, soap, jewelry and art.
COVID-19 Changes:
- Face masks are required.
- There will be no art/craft, no music, no sampling and no kids activties.
- Please do not touch products.
- No gatherings.
North End Market
Intersection of North Main and Auburn, Rockford, IL
Every Saturday
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
June 6 – TBA
Local vendors selling fresh vegetables and fruit, honey, BBQ, baked goods, and handmade items. Vendor profiles published on Facebook.
COVID-19 Changes:
- Face masks are required.
- No food consumption on site and no music or seating.
- Prepare for an “in and out” market.
Belvidere Farmers Market and Crafts
1940 N State St, Belvidere, IL
Every Saturday
9:00 am – 1:30 pm
June – October 3, 2020
Vendors selling baked goods, fruit and vegetables, jams, jellies, soaps, and other crafts. Vendors are spotlighted on Facebook.
The Midtown Market
Corner of 7th Street and 4th Avenue, Rockford, IL
Saturdays
August 1 – October 31, 2020
9:00 am – noon
This market only runs twice per summer so don’t miss it! It is a community gathering for ethnic food, farm, coffee, kid activities, music and crafts. Vendors are spotlighted on Facebook.
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